Doctor Fish

Going for a Fish Pedicure? You May Want to Think Again

Spas are one of the many places people opt to go when they want to relax. Not only does the quiet environment and beautiful scenery (if it is located away from the city) make you relax; the massage and other amenities your favorite spa holds is a very great way to get away from your very hectic schedule. For those who would like to get a full-body scrub, or simply a foot spa, you might want to choose the conventional way of doing it, or the more nature-friendly foot spa. As some of you might have tried the so-called “fish spa”, or others might call it “fish pedicure”, you might attest to the wonders that this new spa service is offering you. However, do you know that availing this service could cost you your health? Officially known as “ichthyotherapy,” the procedure typically involves the importation of what are called “doctor [...] Read more »

paper caught in a hook

The Dynamics to a Good Fishing Day

For most of us, fishing refers to the fishing pole with a long string attached to a hook or a big, fat, and wriggling earthworm (as they use this bait for the fish). Or for the more sophisticated ones, their rods might include those of a reel for line stowage. However, for those fishing fanatics over there, it’s more than that. Fishing is like a game wherein you have to analyze the components as to when and where is the best time and place to fish. You have to have a “fish instinct” to become expert at this. You might be asking me if the term “fishing instinct” really exists. Since I’m not a fan of fishing (as I haven’t tried that during my childhood years), I don’t know if that word even exists in the fishing world. I just used that term to mean you are able to identify [...] Read more »

Setting Up an Aquarium for Tropical Fish

Five Tips for Setting Up an Aquarium for Tropical Fish

Tropical Fish make popular pets  and are fun to have around. You can get hours of enjoyment from watching the fish swim around in their environment. They can be relatively easy to take care of as long as you do your research before buying and setting up an aquarium for tropical fish.  Tips for Setting Up an Aquarium for Tropical Fish If you’re thinking of purchasing some tropical fish for your home, here are five tips to keep in mind when setting up an aquarium for them to live in. 1) Make sure you get a tropical fish tank large enough for the fish that will be living it. Plan ahead and figure out what you’ll need before you get the tank. Your tropical fish may not thrive if you get a smaller tank and then get impulsive and buy too many fish for it. It will need to be large [...] Read more »

Gold Fish

How To Care For Your Pet Goldfish

Big things do come in small packages…small pieces of jewelry, small tokens of appreciation from friends, and yes, even small pets.  Tiny animals of the scaly kind are a good idea if you fancy looking after a small pet.  The popular pet choice which belongs to this category would be a goldfish.  They are easy to care for, and don’t eat up too much space.  Not to mention, you won’t find any stray hairs or fur on your living room couch!  Sure, it may not be as popular as its cousin Nemo, but it is sure to give you lots of fun nonetheless. When you come home from the pet shop with your new pet goldfish, don’t just dump it in the fish tank.  First let the chlorine from the water evaporate by letting it stand at least overnight.  It’s also more advisable to use a rectangular fish tank rather [...] Read more »

Tropical Fish

What to Look Out For When Buying Tropical Fish

There are a number of things to consider when buying tropical fish aquarium for sale. Choosing from the several hundred different breeds is certainly not an easy task. Even after making a choice, one is faced with the problem of knowing how healthy the fish are. I will share some information that will help in your decision making. It is particularly important to consider the appearance of the fish you want to buy. Most people prefer brightly colored fish, and of course they should be healthy too. Stay away from fish that looks dark or pale in appearance. It is very likely that they are sick or distressed. They might not be able to survive the ordeal of being moved to a new tank. You also need to observe how the fish behave as they swim around in their tank. Some fish will swim up to the glass, while others [...] Read more »